A Parathyroid Scan is a diagnostic imaging test used to identify abnormal parathyroid glands that may be overproducing parathyroid hormone, leading to hyperparathyroidism. The scan uses a small amount of radioactive substance, which is injected into the patient's bloodstream and then detected by a special camera to produce detailed images of the neck area. These images help doctors locate any enlarged or overactive parathyroid glands, guiding them in planning minimally invasive surgery to remove the affected glands.
A Parathyroid Scan is a diagnostic imaging test used to identify abnormal parathyroid glands that may be overproducing parathyroid hormone, leading to hyperparathyroidism. The scan uses a small amount of radioactive substance, which is injected into the patient's bloodstream and then detected by a special camera to produce detailed images of the neck area. These images help doctors locate any enlarged or overactive parathyroid glands, guiding them in planning minimally invasive surgery to remove the affected glands.